Antoinette Essilfie, CIPP/US, CIPM, FIP

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Meta

lead counsel, privacy

Antoinette brings 8+ years of legal experience in Data Privacy and Protection,AI ethics and Compliance and Regulatory Compliance with expertise honed through international roles and projects spanning the sub-saharan region, US, EU, and APAC.

She has experience in practicing commercial litigation and transactions in Ghana with international organizations- deepening her understanding of global business operations.

She currently works as a Lead Privacy Counsel at Meta focusing on Privacy, Product and AI legal issues. She is passionate about navigating complex data landscapes, driving growth, and ensuring ethical practices. 

Dedicated to community building, She actively empowers women in law and tech through mentorship and advocacy. Prior to taking up this position, she served as the Vice Director- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for the Young Lawyers Division of the American Bar Association.

 

Contributions by Antoinette Essilfie

  • Member of Women Leading Privacy Advisory Board 2025 - 2026